Multidisciplinary artist, author, musician, and educator with a strong background in teaching, performance, and creative production. Experienced in children’s literature, music, and visual arts, with international touring and publishing credentials. Passionate about storytelling, creative education, and developing projects that foster connection, resilience and belonging.
- ABIA 2019 Longlist — Small Publishers’ Children’s Book of the Year
- Contributor to NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge
- Published by Little Steps Publishing and The School Magazine
- Former contracted artist with ABC Music
Author
“Empty” (Little Steps Publishing, 2018) — children’s picture book exploring belonging, resilience, and self-discovery.
- Featured at Playworld Australia Exhibition and China Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair (2018).
- Longlisted for 2019 ABIA Small Publishers’ Children’s Book of the Year.
- Selected for the NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge list.
- Coverage: Coastbeat Magazine, Goodreading Christmas Guide, and reviews in ReadPlus and Goodreads.
Poem “Kiss a Cassowary” published in “The School Magazine”
Musician & Performer
The Bunyips — Children’s Music Group, signed to ABC Music (1999–2004)
- Released three albums (The Bunyips, Surf’s Up!, Beach Party!), with national distribution.
- Performed 600+ shows across Australia and Japan, including major events:
· ABC for Kids Concert (Hyde Park, Sydney, 2 consecutive years)
· Martin Place Christmas Tree Lighting with Monica Trapaga
· Sydney New Year’s Eve Celebrations (Hyde Park)
· Sydney Mayor’s Picnic, Botanical Gardens
· Shoalhaven Thank You Concert (with Jimmy Barnes, Wendy Matthews, Mental as Anything, Yothu Yindi)
· Melbourne Comedy Festival, Opera House forecourt, Taronga Zoo Winter Sleepout
- Media appearances: ABC TV, NBN News, live Japanese TV, national newspapers & magazines, and ABC/ commercial radio.
Visual Arts & Design
Co-founder of Serenity Bay Creative (2022–present): bespoke laser-cut artworks inspired by coastal themes. Active exhibition and sales through online platforms and regional markets.
Associate Degree in Multimedia, Southern Cross University, Coffs Harbour NSW
Graduate Diploma in Arts Education (Visual Arts, Music, Drama, Performance Art), Deakin University, Geelong VIC
Bachelor of Teaching, University of New England, Lismore NSW
